2001 Lexus SC vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 843 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus SC | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Lexus | Renault |
Model | SC | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |